76800 Ultrasound examination spinal canal
Also known as: Spinal ultrasound, Spinal canal ultrasound
Ultrasound examination of the spinal canal including assessment of spinal cord, cerebrospinal fluid, and surrounding structures.
In Plain Language
Ultrasound of spine; Sound wave imaging of spinal cord area
Clinical Context
Assessment of spinal cord, syrinx, tethered cord, and surrounding structures, particularly useful in pediatric patients and those with contraindications to MRI.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.10 |
| Total RVU | 1.10 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.10, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76800?
CPT 76800 (Ultrasound examination spinal canal) is a Radiology code. Ultrasound examination of the spinal canal including assessment of spinal cord, cerebrospinal fluid, and surrounding structures.
Who uses CPT code 76800?
CPT 76800 is used by Radiology, Neurosurgery, Pediatrics. Assessment of spinal cord, syrinx, tethered cord, and surrounding structures, particularly useful in pediatric patients and those with contraindications to MRI.
When is CPT 76800 used?
Assessment of spinal cord, syrinx, tethered cord, and surrounding structures, particularly useful in pediatric patients and those with contraindications to MRI.
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